SPRWS Asset Manager

Asset Manager

The City of Saint Paul is seeking an Asset Manager to help safeguard and strengthen one of the region's most vital public resourcesour drinking water system.

Saint Paul Regional Water Services (SPRWS) provides safe, reliable drinking water to more than 450,000 people every day through an extensive system of treatment facilities, pump stations, storage reservoirs, and over 1,100 miles of distribution mains. Maintaining and improving this system is critical to public health, environmental stewardship, and the long-term resilience of our community.

As a key member of the Engineering Division, the Asset Manager will play a central role in shaping how SPRWS plans, maintains, and invests in its infrastructure. This position will drive the development of a comprehensive, utility-wide asset management program, guide the use of cutting-edge tools like WACS and GIS, and help ensure our decisions are data-driven, cost-effective, and aligned with national best practices such as AWWA and ISO 55000.

This is an opportunity to make a lasting impact by building the frameworks that will extend the life of critical infrastructure, prioritize smart investments, and support the future sustainability of SPRWS operations.

Here's what you can expect to do :

• Plan and coordinate preventive maintenance, repair, and improvement of water utility assets, including pumps, treatment plants, distribution mains, and related structures.
• Provide oversight, expertise, and management of the Enterprise Asset Management System (EAMS), ensuring consistent data entry, system administration, and cross-departmental coordination.
• Collaborate with the utility's operations, engineering, and administrative divisions to standardize asset management practices, develop a comprehensive asset management plan aligned with AWWA and ISO 55001 frameworks, and leverage GIS and other digital tools.
• Assist with capital improvement planning, works closely on budget and financial planning.
• Make personnel decisions including hiring, disciplining, and training staff.

Our Benefits : We offer competitive wages, and a variety of excellent benefits, including health insurance, retirement contributions and paid vacation and sick time.

Equity, Inclusion and Belonging : The City of Saint Paul is dedicated to dismantling systemic racial, cultural, and economic barriers that prevent people from fully enjoying and participating in our community and ensuring fairness in opportunities and outcomes for all individuals. At the City of Saint Paul, we want our workforce to reflect the diverse city that we serve. Our leaders are guided by an unapologetic equity agenda, which promotes the belief that true equity is building a city that works for all of us. We encourage you to apply as we are most interested in finding the best candidate for this job.

Position Requirements :

A bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management, business administration, water resource management, or a closely related field.

Six years of progressively responsible professional experience in water utility construction, infrastructure maintenance, plant operations, or related fields. At least three of those years must include supervisory or lead work experience overseeing complex asset or infrastructure projects.

A combination of education and experience to equal 10 years or more can be used to qualify for the position.

How to Apply :

Submit a City of Saint Paul online application by the closing date.

Upload or submit a resume via the online application system. (Zip files and web links will not be accepted. Each uploaded attachment is limited to 10MB.)

First time applying online? Read our How to Apply Online Guide .

Need technical support? For help with the online application, please call 1-855-524-5627.

Learn more about our Hiring Process :

Assessment : Qualifications Rating

General Information : Open Job Posting

Eligible Lists

Final Selection Process

Pre-Employment Screening

The City of Saint Paul offers a competitive benefits package for permanent, certified positions. Temporary positions are not eligible for benefits. Benefits may include :

Health Insurance

Vacation / Holidays

Sick Leave

Life Insurance

Subsidized Metro Bus Pass

Deferred Compensation

Retirement Program

Optional Benefits :

Dental

Flexible Spending Accounts

Disability Insurance

Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance

Long Term Care Insurance

For a detailed overview, visit General Benefits .